Minor Hotels has announced that Layan Life by Anantara, a world-class wellness retreat at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort, is now officially open.

Drawing on more than two decades of pioneering wellness expertise from Anantara Hotels & Resorts, Layan Life offers bespoke three-to-10-day programmes using the ‘whole of life’ approach to wellness that celebrates and supports key life stages.

Guests with a variety of wellbeing goals such as weight management, de-stress, fitness and anti-ageing can now book onto programmes created by specialist medical doctors and Thai medicinal experts that combine ancient Thai wisdom with advanced medical treatments and diagnostics, tailored wellness nutrition and guided fitness, resulting in a highly specialised, full-circle approach to wellbeing.

Separating the retreat from its competitors is the brand concept which honours life’s journey no matter the stage or chapter, and its foundational principle – the joy of choice. Choice of treatments, the personalisation of programmes and the choice of the type of journey guests wish to embark upon. They can choose to do a solo retreat or come with family and friends. Families are warmly welcomed at Anantara Layan Resort, and there are plenty of activities to keep children entertained while parents focus on their wellness goals at Layan Life.

The Layan Life journey begins with a comprehensive wellness consultation followed by a diagnostic check-up including epigenetic testing and advanced physiotherapy with 3D body scans. Results are analysed by the medical team who then curate bespoke programmes using the Life Method which integrates four key pillars of wellness: Longevity Medicine, Traditional Thai Medicine (TTM), Complementary Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine.

Layan Life’s identity is grounded in Anantara’s Thai heritage and honours the four elements at the core of Thai Traditional Medicine (TTM): earth, water, wind, and fire. Treatments include herbal remedies and hands-on therapies aid the balance of physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing – complemented by state-of-the-art medical and holistic therapies.

Set within a biophilic designed space of 1,767 sq m split across two-storeys, the lower level includes a 220 sq m gym, 60 sq m yoga studio, 35 sq m Pilates studio, meditation rooms, and a hydrotherapy area with vitality pools, saunas, and steam room. The upper floor houses medical and holistic facilities, rooms for consultations, physiotherapy, TTM, aesthetic treatments, IV procedures and medical treatments including cryotherapy, hyperbaric chamber, and hydro colonic therapies. There is also a Thai herbal dispensary where personalised herbs are prescribed.

Activities to suit all guests, and keep the family entertained, are offered in the Active Zone including tennis courts, a Muay Thai ring, a climbing wall and archery, and the Outdoor Fitness area has activities such as ziplining, mountain biking and a beach bootcamp, as well as a selection of water sports including kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and windsurfing. Cultural immersions include craft workshops, Thai language and cultural etiquette classes, temple tours, hands-on cooking classes, Thai tea tasting, and ocean bound excursions to explore nearby islands.

The Food for Life concept has been curated by expert wellness chef Filippo Tawil. All dishes are free from gluten, dairy and processed sugars, and feature a balance of high-quality macronutrients. The Anantara Spa at the resort adds to the wellbeing experience with an array of treatments, indigenous experiences, spa and hydro therapies, spiritual and enriching rituals and high-tech facials.

Customised packages such as Active for Life, Mindfulness for Life and Beauty for Life include three meals per day, specialised treatments, daily group classes, expert wellness talks, and special room rates at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort. Options include pool villas and suites with private outside relaxation areas as well as villas for all the family. There are also fifteen pool residences offering unrivalled privacy and luxe overlooking the ocean at the Layan Residences by Anantara.

Dillip Rajakarier, Group CEO of Minor International (MINT), and CEO of Minor Hotels commented: "Layan Life represents a significant milestone in our commitment to wellness. With Layan Life by Anantara, we are redefining wellness retreats by combining cutting-edge technologies with the timeless wisdom of ancient Thai traditions in one of the most beautiful settings in the world."

Vice President of Operations for Minor Hotels Southern Thailand, Frederic Varnier, added: "We are excited to launch this groundbreaking retreat at our prestigious property Anantara Layan Phuket Resort. Our team has worked tirelessly to create a sanctuary that offers a personalised and immersive wellness journey for guests from all over the world."

Prices start from THB 53,600 ($165.49).  -TradeArabia News Service